Born December 3, 1925, in Belleville, ILDied February 8, 2016, in Belleville, IL

Federal Judicial Service:Judge, U.S. District Court, Southern District of IllinoisNominated by Ronald Reagan on May 14, 1986, to a new seat authorized by 98 Stat. 333. Confirmed by the Senate on June 13, 1986, and received commission on June 16, 1986. Served as chief judge, 1992-1993. Assumed senior status on November 30, 1996. Service terminated on February 8, 2016, due to death.